Margie Springfield
Phone:
Olathe, Ks 66061
Email: *********************@*****.***
Supervisor-Case Manager-Advocate
Outstanding strategist distinguished for identifying, developing, and
executing strategic initiatives that improve the quality of life for
individuals. Exceptional communicator with strong leadership, issue
resolution, and needs assessment aptitude. Extensive experience working
with the state of Kansas and local resources.
Areas Of Expertise
Case Management Independent Living Patient/Client Care
Compliance Deinstitutionalization Performance Evaluation
Domestic Violence Service Recommendation Program Implementation
Advocacy Assessment Training & Development
Peer Counseling Mental Health Issues Developmentally Disabled
CHILDS /System KMAP/MMIS System
Kansas Medicaid System Program Eligibility
Screening
Professional Experience
Best Choice Home Health
1/2009-9/2013
Case Management Supervisor
. Business is contracted to State of Kansas to manage and supervise
cases on Kansas HCBS Waiver.
. Assist clients with obtaining the traumatic brain injury waiver or the
physically disabled waiver through the Medicaid System.
. Ensure all clients' needs are being met and workers are performing in
compliance with the plan of care.
. Assist with individual and system advocacy, peer counseling,
deinstitutionalization, training, information inquiries, and
referrals.
. Manage client access to various services related to education,
vocational rehab (work), transportation, housing, assistive
technology, recreation, health care, and durable medical equipment.
. Deliver certificate training for the State of Kansas.
. Conduct performance evaluations for over 100 employees.
. Serve on the Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Board for the State of
Kansas.
Resource Center for Independent Living 10/2007-
1/2009
Targeted Case Manager
. Collaborated with core services to facilitate individual and system
advocacy, peer counseling, deinstitutionalization, training,
information inquiries, and referrals for Kansas HCBS Waiver.
. Assisted clients' with accessing various services related to
education, vocational rehab (work), transportation, housing, assistive
technology, recreation, health care, and durable medical equipment.
. Committed to working with individuals, families and communities to
promote independent living and individual choice to persons with
disabilities.
VAST 9/2006-
6/2007
Crime Victim Advocate
. Assisted and supported victims of domestic violence and various other
crimes.
. Provided education to victims of their rights, including obtaining
civil protection orders and victim's compensation funds.
. Responded to scenes of domestic violence, as requested by law
enforcement and assisted with obtaining medical treatment, emergency
shelter, and transportation.
. Accompanied victims to court and developed effective safety plans.
. Assisted with identifying services in their community that would
facilitate the achievement of success.
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LPO High School 9/2005-
9/2006
In School Suspension-Refocus room
. Worked with kids at a high risk school to facilitate the achievement
of their diploma.
. Supervise web based learning via PLATO in an independent study
program.
MIKID 3/2005-
9/2005
Area Coordinator-Parent Mentor
. Launched a pilot program to mentor families with children with mental
health issues.
. Established and maintained relationships with public, private and
governmental agencies.
. Increased and improved parental participation in treatment planning
through education of families and service providers.
. Provided families with links to community resources, case management,
and avocation.
. Maintained local support groups, education, and informational
workshops.
. Developed programs to align the community needs and objectives.
. Conduct home visits and welfare audits.
Child Protective Services 1/2001-
3/2005
Case Aide
. Assisted families with court ordered case plans and administered UA's
in the field and the office.
. Provided mentoring and taught effective parenting skills and home
maintenance skills.
. Supervised parent interactions with their children
. Heavy case notes and frequent court appearances to testify.
. Managed a broad range of functions such as scheduling appointments,
developing case histories, assisting foster care families, assisting
and referring community resources, attending staffing's, participating
in trainings, and maintaining relationships law enforcement and
community agencies.
. Conducted unannounced welfare audits and home visits to obtain
information for both client progress and court recommendations.
Certifications & Training
Child Welfare Training, State of Arizona
CPR and First Aid Certification
Current FBI and Fingerprint Clearance - Idaho & Arizona
Specialized training in:
Behavior Management, Working With Developmentally Disabled Children and
Adults, Picture Exchange Communication System, Home Health, Teaching
Parenting Skills, and Case Management
Professional Affiliations
Member of Juvenile Justice Community Advisory Board
Member of the Autism Society of America
Member Children's Family Alliance
Member Narbha Barriers Committee
Member Coconino Coalition for Children and Youth
Member Family Leadership Committee
Member Parent Information Network
Member of Kansas State Advisory Board for TBI